Registered Manager - Children's Residential

Brook Street UK; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care service provider is seeking a Registered Manager for its residential home in Crawley, England. The role requires a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care and a minimum of 2 years' management experience. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Welsh Government standards, leading a skilled team, and promoting a culture of care and respect. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and full-time hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience leading a children's residential home.
• Understanding of Welsh Government standards and compliance.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-quality care in line with Welsh Government standards.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, RISCA, and inspection frameworks.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Officer overseeing safeguarding practices.
• Recruit, supervise, and develop staff to maintain a skilled team.
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and restorative justice.

Skills

Management experience in children's home

Knowledge of safeguarding and HR procedures

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential

Location: Blaenau Gwent

Salary: Up to £50,000

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a well-established children's residential home in Blaenau Gwent. You will oversee the home's operations, ensuring compliance and delivering trauma-informed care for young people with complex needs, including Autism, EBD, and CSE risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-quality care in line with Welsh Government standards
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, RISCA, and inspection frameworks
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Officer and oversee safeguarding practices
• Recruit, supervise, and develop staff to maintain a skilled team
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and restorative justice

Essential Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Health & Social Care (essential)
• Registered with Social Care Wales and DBS Update Service (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years' management experience in a children's home (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, RISCA, and HR procedures
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company pension